AOC Pessac-Léognan
The whites from Château de Rochemorin are astonishing wines. They reveal a particular expression of the Sauvignon grape variety, with its notes of citrus fruit and flowers, finely wooded. Carefully controlled barrel ageing on the lees does not leave its mark on the wines, but enhances the richness of the palate and supports a remarkable range of aromas.
Cépages
Sauvignon blanc : 100%
Teneur en alcool
13% vol.
Conditions météorologiques
The 2017 vintage was one of the earliest on record. The growing season was marked by a dry winter and spring (46% less rainfall than usual), accompanied by temperatures 2°C above average (except for the frost in April). This dry summer weather was ideal for ripening the seeds until late August.
Vendanges
08/29/2017
Dégustation
A pale yellow colour with green highlights.
The bouquet is especially fresh, featuring floral nuances and aromas of white peach with a hint of vanilla.
Starts out smooth with a subtle richness. A well-balanced wine with vanilla flavours on the middle palate, notes of tropical fruits (pineapple) and a lemony finish.
Terroir
Deep gravel slopes with limestone outcrops at the foot of the slopes
Vigne
Pruning type: Double Guyot
Grape Harvest: Hand Picking
Vinification
After settling, in oak barrels.
Elevage
For 10 months in oak barrels (35% new) on full lees with bâtonnage.
Service
Serve between 9°C and 12°C
Potentiel de garde
5 to 10 years
Accords gourmands
It makes an ideal partner for smoked salmon, veal Saltimbocca or chicken with oyster mushrooms.
92/100
James Suckling
2020-01-10
James Molesworth - Wine Spectator
2019-02-04
Château de Rochemorin is located on one of the highest gravelly hilltops in the Pessac-Léognan appellation. Formerly owned by the famous philosopher Montesquieu, the Château is characterized by the great diversity of its terroir. Rigorous soil mapping has enabled us to match each grape variety to the terroir best suited to it. Its white wines seduce with their remarkable aromatic palette, combining freshness and complexity, while its red wines embody the finesse and elegance of great Bordeaux wines.
